# The overlooked parents of adult children not in work or education

A letter to The Guardian highlights the challenges faced by parents who care for adult children not engaged in work or education. It calls for greater societal awareness and support for these families, who often struggle financially and emotionally. This issue is important as it affects a growing number of people in many countries.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Health
- [The Guardian Health](https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2026/jul/03/consider-the-parents-caring-for-adult-children-not-in-work-or-education) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:54:02 GMT